1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (227 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 3 Series weights approximately 535 kg more than 1949 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Fiat 1500 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | Fiat | BMW |
Model | 1500 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 1949 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |